Coins of sentimental value and items of jewellery have been stolen during a burglary in Hemel Hempstead.

The items were taken between 2pm on Tuesday, February 6, and 12.50pm on Monday, February 12, when entry was gained via the front door of a property in Masons Road.

A search of the property was carried out, during which the items were taken.

Hertfordshire police have now released an image of the coins, in the hope that they are recognised.

PC Jake Smith said: "Police are appealing for anyone who may hold any information, no matter how insignificant to contact me.

"If you have seen the items or have perhaps spotted it pictured for sale.

St Albans & Harpenden Review: The items taken during the burglary in Hemel Hempstead.The items taken during the burglary in Hemel Hempstead. (Image: Hertfordshire Constabulary)

“I would also like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and noticed something suspicious."

PC Smith can be contacted via email at jake.smith@herts.police.uk

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Information can also be reported to Hertfordshire police online at www.herts.police.uk/ro/report or by calling the police's non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference number 41/12365/24.

Hertfordshire police's web chat function can be used by visiting herts.police.uk/contact.

St Albans & Harpenden Review: The burglary took place in Masons Road, Hemel Hempstead.The burglary took place in Masons Road, Hemel Hempstead. (Image: Google Maps)

Anonymous information can be given by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org.